Membership
Become a Center Member!
Only with the support of members and donors can the important mission of the Center be accomplished. Membership at the San Diego Archaeological Center helps you to save our history and heritage and entitles you to special benefits, such as free admission to the Museum, invitations to member events, discounts on lectures and workshops, and behind-the-scenes tours.
You can now choose an Annual Membership or a Monthly Membership payment plan – it’s up to you. All membership levels and benefits are available on both options.
Purchase Annual Membership or Purchase Monthly Membership
Annual Membership can also be purchased over the phone at 760-291-0370 or by sending a check to the following address:
San Diego Archaeological Center
Attn: Membership
16666 San Pasqual Valley Road
Escondido, CA 92027
Note: Current SDAC Members will receive membership benefits upon renewal.
Membership Levels & Benefits
Membership Benefits for Individual ($50 or $5/month)
Includes membership for 1 individual
- Free museum admission
- Discount on event tickets
- Member newsletter
- SDAC decal
- Borrowing privileges for SDAC Reference Library
- Reciprocal admission to 40+ museums in San Diego County during The Big Exchange
Membership Benefits for Dual ($85 or $8/month)
Includes membership for up to 2 individuals (2nd individual can be listed as Guest of Member)
- All of the above benefits plus
- 2 guest passes to the museum
- Invitation to member events
Membership Benefits for Household ($150 or $15/month)
Includes membership for up to 3 individuals (3rd individual can be listed as Guest of Member)
- All of the above benefits plus
- 2 additional guest passes to the museum (4 passes total)
- SDAC lanyard
- Free gift with gift shop purchases of $100+
- ROAM reciprocal membership to museums outside of 25-mile radius
Membership Benefits for Steward ($300 or $30/month)
Includes membership for up to 3 individuals (2nd and/or 3rd individual(s) can be listed as Guest of Member)
- All of the above benefits plus
- 2 complimentary member event tickets
- SDAC tote bag
- Choice of 1 benefit from Tier 1
Membership Benefits for Benefactor ($500 or $50/month)
Includes membership for up to 3 individuals (2nd and/or 3rd individual(s) can be listed as Guest of Member)
- All of the above benefits plus
- Invitation to VIP member events
- Choice of 1 benefit from Tier 2
Membership Benefits for Patron ($1,000 or $100/month)
Includes membership for up to 3 individuals (2nd and/or 3rd individual(s) can be listed as Guest of Member)
- All of the above benefits plus
- Discount on renting SDAC classroom/museum space
- Choice of 1 benefit from Tier 3
Membership Benefit Options
Tier 1
Steward, Benefactor, and Patron level members may choose one of the following one-time benefits:
- SDAC t-shirt
- SDAC bandana
- Complimentary Dual membership to give as gift
- Behind the scenes tour for 2 guests
- Behind the scenes tour gift certificate for 2 guests
Tier 2
Benefactor and Patron level members may choose one of the following one-time benefits:
- Signed copy of book from lecture or gift shop
- Behind the scenes tour for 4 guests
- Behind the scenes tour gift certificate for 4 guests
- 2 complimentary Annual BBQ tickets
Tier 3
Patron level members may choose one of the following one-time benefits:
- Sponsorship privileges for 1 classroom outreach program
- Lunch with an archaeologist
- Field visit to an archaeological site
To replace lost membership cards, please contact the Development Department.